• Entire home
  • 6458 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
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Boasting a private swimming pool and a private balcony overlooking the pool and gardens, Wait A While Retreat is just 1969 feet from Cow Bay Beach. It offers luxurious self-contained accommodations with free Wi-Fi and a games room. Designed by the award-winning architect Gavin Paddock, the spacious house features a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. The living room includes flat-screen satellite TV, a DVD player and an iPod docking station. Wait-a-While Eco Retreat is surrounded by rainforest, just 30 minutes’ drive from the Daintree River and Cape Tribulation. Port Douglas is a 75-minute drive away. You can enjoy a meal in your private barbecue area, or curl up with a good book in the library. The property also features an outdoor shower and a billiards table.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 3:
1 twin bed
Bedroom 4:
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Location
10
High score for Cow Bay
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  • Samantha
    Australia Australia
    The most beautiful home in the most beautiful location. A private, well equipped teopical paradise just a few minutes walk from Cows Bay and plenty of cafes and restaurants within short driving distance. .
  • Cameron
    Australia Australia
    beautiful house, even better than the write up, unbelievable surroundings, everything we were hoping for in our Daintree escape
  • Tara
    Australia Australia
    The property was absolutely beautiful it was in a very secluded calm location, The property is clearly loved and well maintained the pool was a very awesome bonus! We found the locals very friendly. Overall we really enjoyed our stay in this...

Hosted by Greg Pithers

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Greg Pithers
Wait A While Daintree is one of the largest single dwellings built in the Daintree area. It is an open plan house which is great for friends and families to come together and it is set on 3 acres surrounded by rainforest.
I have been in Far North Queensland for 21yrs. I love the beach, the warm weather and the lovely community spirit of Port Douglas.
The Daintree area has a population of around 1000 people who live year round. It is a small community with people who love and appreciate the Rainforest and World Heritage areas.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Wait-a-While Eco Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Blu-ray player
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Video
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common Areas
  • Game room
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Wait-a-While Eco Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 crib available on request.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that Wait A While Daintree does not accept payment with American Express credit cards.

Please note that cots are subject to availability. Please contact Wait A While Daintree in advance if you require a cot, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please inform Wait-a-While Eco Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Wait-a-While Eco Retreat

  • Wait-a-While Eco Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 4 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Wait-a-While Eco Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Beach
    • Horseback riding
    • Swimming pool
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • The nearest beach is 1,950 feet from Wait-a-While Eco Retreat. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Wait-a-While Eco Retreat can accommodate this group size:

    • 8 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there's a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Wait-a-While Eco Retreat on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Wait-a-While Eco Retreat on this page.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Wait-a-While Eco Retreat is 2.1 miles from the center of Cow Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Wait-a-While Eco Retreat is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Wait-a-While Eco Retreat on this page.

  • The prices at Wait-a-While Eco Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, Wait-a-While Eco Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.